I have been on an exciting rollercoaster for almost 9 months. Going for all of the meetings, getting insurance approval, losing the required amount, liquid diet prior, waiting for surgery, having surgery, liquid post diet, mushy phase, soft food phase and starting back working out.

Well - now here I am 8 weeks after surgery and I feel like I have lost some of the excitement. Now it is just the hard work of losing the weight. I still have not needed a fill yet as I am losing a pretty good rate.

I am one of those people who needs steps to each goal. That is why I really did not have a problem waiting those 8 months to have the surgery, there was something that I had to do each month. This only had to happen once so I did not get that "bored" feeling.

I am extremely happy I did this, but I think I am at that bored stage. Yes, I work out with a trainer and am eating well but I have lost some of the excitement. I work out with the trainer on Mondays (it is a circuit training class so there is no time to think, which I love), Tuesday Wii Fit, Wednesday Elliptical, Thursday Wii Fit, Friday - rest, Saturday - Total Body Conditioning Class, Sunday - rest.

Anyone else? Any suggestions on how to get out of this stupid funk??

Gilta

I look at the before and after thread for inspiration! I love seeing everyones progress. Are you taking pictures and documenting your journey? Post some before and current progress pictures! Set small goals and reward yourself kindly for when you make it happen!!!!

Congratulations on your progress so far!!!!

Hi Gilta -

I think we all get in and out of funks... I am at a stand still with weight loss this week but get my first fill this afternoon. I am looking forward to my fill and the next stage of the journey. Keep positive, stay around the people who support you the most , keep exercising and focus on your next goal.

Remember... It's only been 2 months... We all are just starting the journey and adjusting to complete life style changes. Of course we will get into funks, you are not alone. My difficulty has been giving up the Pasta, pizza, beer & wine. I am tempted to these foods because I know I can tolerate them. I have kept disciplined because I am determined to lose this weight forever.

I also appreciate your advice to give away my bigger clothes so I have more

discipline to keep the weight off.

Keep positive.

Gary

Tess/Gary,

Thanks for the advice.

I am planning on giving away a bunch of clothes this weekend, so maybe my closet being empty will help! I am trying very hard not to buy too many clothes in my current size as I hope to be out of it soon.

I am keeping track of my measurments, but only once every month. For me it is hard to see much of a difference each week. I will give a try with pictures and rewards and see if that helps.

I guess I should just be glad that I am doing well!!!

Gilta

Gilta,

Hang in there. I'm only 4 1/2 weeks out so I'm not bored yet. LOL! It has been a rollercoaster! All the hurry up and wait, then all of a sudden, it's done and you're back to your normal life like nothing has changed.

Is there a hobby you like to do? Maybe just changing your focus for awhile might help. I don't know! :smile2:

You're doing great! Keep up the good work!